Art
Club paints arctic scene for Prospect Center

The GFHS Art Club recently designed and painted a mural for the Prospect
Center in Queensbury! The mural, which is stunning in both size and
complexity, depicts an arctic scene, complete with polar bears, penguins,
icebergs and the Northern Lights.
[
MORE ]

Parent
Night on Social Media Fitness: March 22nd, 6:30 p.m.

All Middle and High School parents are highly encouraged to attend this
parent evening with Chris Vollum on Social Media Fitness. Through relatable
and current exercises and stories, expert Chris Vollum demonstrates practical
skills to post online content that reflects value, respect and relevance while
minimizing the risk of bullying, cyber-bullying and loss of reputation on
Thursday, March 22nd at 6:30 pm. in the High School auditorium.
[
MORE ]

“Expenditure growth and revenue stagnation” set the landscape for initial
2018-2019 budget development, Assistant Superintendent for Business Bobby
Yusko told the Board of Education on Feb 12th, as he outlined a preliminary
budget scenario that would create a $2 million gap between revenues and
expenditures in 2018-2019. Early scenarios do not include any reductions in
program or services, do not account for application of fund balance, and
utilize refined state aid estimates based on the Governor's Executive Budget
proposal. [
MORE ]

Glens
Falls' graduation rate jumps to 87 percent in latest NYSED data

The New York State Education Department has released data for 2017 that
shows Glens Falls’ graduation rate improving to 87 percent—up from 79
percent in 2016. “We are very proud of the gains our students have made over
the last few years, especially the increase in our graduation rate,” said
Superintendent Paul Jenkins. “We have steadily increased over time, but last
year was our largest jump in our graduation rate.
[
MORE ]

2018
Founders' Day Awards: Bob Cote

The Parent Teacher Student Associations at each school are proud to present
the 2018 winners of the Founders' Day Awards! These awards celebrate committed
parent volunteers and/or staff members from each school. Each honoree has been
selected to recognize his or her service and dedication to go above and beyond
for the students of Glens Falls City Schools. Read about Monday's honoree from
the High School, Teacher Bob Cote
[
HERE ]

Joseph
Girard III breaks NYS boys career scoring record

During the January 30th varsity game at Amsterdam, Glens Falls junior
Joseph Girard III broke New York State’s all-time boys basketball scoring
record of 2,946 points, a mark previously held by NBA star Lance Stephenson.
When the game ended, Joseph's career scoring total was 2,952 points—and
it will grow! Congratulations, Joe! Read more and see video clips of the game
in the Daily Gazette article
[
HERE ].

All
10 Fall Varsity teams earn Scholar Athlete status

All ten of Glens Falls’ Varsity sports teams in the Fall 2017 season have
achieved Scholar Athlete status! Scholar-Athlete Team recognition is an honor
given by the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA)
to recognize teams that excel academically
[
MORE ]

Glens
Falls residents vote “Yes” on land purchase plan

Glens Falls City School District residents approved a plan to purchase
property adjacent to the schools’ bus garage today by a margin of 314 "yes"
votes to 127 “no” votes – a 71.2 percent approval rate. The proposition allows
the Board of Education to buy the land and structures at 35 Glenwood Avenue,
which is the parcel immediately north of the bus garage facility at 31
Glenwood. The district will acquire the land at its appraised value of
$240,000, plus reasonable and customary closing costs and expenses.
[
MORE ]

2017-18
Course Guide now available

GF Nation, it's time to choose your courses for next school year! Have a
look at the 2017-18 Course Description Guide to learn more about the GFHS
offerings for next year. A PDF download is available
[
HERE ].

SWAT
Team members school regional superintendents

Students Willing to Assist with Technology (SWAT) team members Brady
Steinberg, Miguel Marrero, Brandon Gray, and Keegan McCane took questions from
school superintendents around the Capital Region at NERIC's regional tech
awareness day. [
MORE ]

Lauren Hauser sings in All-State Choir; Seven students
perform in Area All-State

In Rochester this weekend, GFHS junior
Lauren Hauser is singing with the best musicians from around
New York State! The performance comes on the heels of yet
another accolade for Lauren and six of her fellow student-musicians at Glens
Falls High. [
MORE ]

Sean
Pettis and Meghan Siergiey to perform in Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

Watch for two of Glens Falls’ most talented musicians in this year’s Macy’s
Thanksgiving Day Parade! Sophomore Sean Pettis will play saxophone in a repeat
performance with the Great American Marching Band, while junior Meghan
Siergiey is making her parade debut as a dancer.
[
MORE ]

Celebrating
Education Support Professionals during American Education Week, November
13-17, 2017

Education Support
Professionals—our teacher aides, teaching assistants, secretaries, custodians,
and many other team members—play a crucial role in every school building,
every day. Tuesday's honoree is Alice Jenkins, Clerk at
the High School! [ MORE ]

Runner
Chris Hughes wins State XC Championship

Congrats to our STATE CHAMPION runner, Chris Hughes!! The Glens Falls
senior ran away from the field to capture the Class C boys title at the State
Cross Country Championships on Nov. 11th. We're so proud of Chris, bringing
home our first individual state title in Cross Country running!! Read more and
see a video of him crossing the finish line
[
HERE ]

Swimmers
take home patches at Sectionals

Way to go, GF Swimming! Kailyn Anselment finished third in the 200 free and
500 free, and Emma Mauro was third in the 100 breaststroke at the Sectional
Championship meet on Nov. 4th. Glens Falls was third in the medley relay and
fourth in the 200 free relay, both times with a team of Madison Maier, Emma
Mauro, Kailyn Anselment and Ella Wolfstich. Emma was sixth in the 50
free. Ella was fourth in the 50 free and fifth in the 100 free. Rowan Davidson
was eighth in the 500 free. Congrats on these great swims!!

Podium
finishes for GF runners in Sectionals

CONGRATULATIONS to Cross-Country runners Chris Hughes and Katie Culliton!
Chris is Section 2 Class C CHAMPION after running the Saratoga Spa State Park
course on Friday, Nov. 3. Katie placed third in the girls' race, and both are
qualified for the State Cross Country Championships on Nov. 11. Way to go!

Orders
now open for High School yearbooks

Yearbooks are now on sale and can be purchased online
[ HERE ].
The price of each yearbook is currently $65 ($69.55 with tax), and that price
increases to $85 (90.95 with tax) in January. We would like to encourage
everyone to order before the price increase.

District-wide
"Pink-Out" raises awareness of breast cancer

The "Power of Pink" was on display Thursday, October
19th at all Glens
Falls City Schools. Students and staff members wore pink and donated coins to
the "Pennies for Pink" effort to honor
breast cancer survivors, fighters, and families ... and support research,
awareness, and hope.
[
PHOTO GALLERY ]

High
and Middle Schools conduct lockdown drill with help from law
enforcement

Officers and K-9 teams from multiple law enforcement agencies were on site
at the High School/Middle School campus on Wednesday, Oct. 18th, as the
buildings conducted a lockdown drill—in which students and staff practice the
emergency response procedures for an internal threat.
[ MORE ]

Join
an Odyssey of the Mind team! (Or Coach!)

Would your kids like to create an original performance that includes a
ride-on vehicle that takes part in a “triathlon?” How about telling a story
(with no words!) about a once-famous, but now forgotten, emoji? These
endeavors (and more) are challenges in this year's Odyssey of the Mind
competition. Teams are forming now - email Asst. Supt. for Curriculum &
Instruction, Trent Clay for more details [
HERE ].

Information for the 2017-18 school year

Welcome back for another great year at Glens Falls High School! The first
day of school is Wednesday, September 6th, and the bell rings at 8:26 a.m. for
freshmen and new students. All returning students in grades 10-12 should
report to school at 11 a.m. Look for your
family’s welcome packet arriving in your mailbox within the next few days. It
contains the PRINTED DISTRICT
CALENDAR,
and Mrs. Silvernell's WELCOME LETTER,
among other important information. See you soon!

2017-18
School district calendars

The detailed school year calendar is no longer mailed to every postal
address in the City. A copy is included in each family packet for current
students, and any Glens Falls City School District resident may request a
calendar by calling the district office at 792-1481. You can download it
[ HERE ] as a PDF. A
one-page printable version of the calendar that includes school breaks,
holidays, and Regents exam days can be downloaded
[ HERE ].

Get
involved in the High School PTSA

Your GFHS Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) is ready to kick off
2017 with fresh ideas and fresh faces. If you've ever thought of joining, or
are looking for a way to be involved with the school, then we are the group
for you! Visit the GFHS PTSA website for
[ MORE ],
follow the group on
[
FACEBOOK ], and check in on Prom and fundraising
[
HERE ].

Glens
Falls High: 2017 Silver Award from U.S. News and World Report

Congratulations to the entire school community on GFHS earning ANOTHER
Silver medal from U.S. News in its Best High Schools 2017 rankings! Glens
Falls High School placed 180th within New York (#2289 in the National
Rankings) and earned another silver medal, following our 2016 silver award.
Schools are ranked based on their performance on state-required tests and how
well they prepare students for college. Read more on our U.S. News overview page [
HERE ].

Congratulations,
Glens Falls Class of 2017!

Family, friends, and faculty celebrated the 150 graduates of the Class of
2017 on Saturday afternoon—and a 92 percent graduation rate for this
Glens Falls Class! "Seek out your support group and ask for help when you need
it," said Superintendent Paul Jenkins. "Whether that group is your family or
your friends, reach out to them and I guarantee they will be there and they
will all be willing to lend a hand. We are all very proud of each of you and
all of your accomplishments over the years." A photo gallery of some
graduation moments is available
[
HERE ]. The ceremony was live-streamed in its entirety, and the uncut
video is available to view
[
HERE ]. Congratulations, graduates!!

You
can make a difference with GF Nation Fund

Attention Alumni and Friends of Glens Falls Schools: There’s a new way to
help and support our students. Take a minute and visit www.gfnationfund.org and see what we
are all about. YOU can make a difference simply by signing in and becoming
part of our outreach network. Having a reunion or gathering? We would love to
know about it. And, please get the word out. WE NEED YOU!

Educator
scores available to parents and guardians

Under education law, parents and guardians of students may request the
final quality rating and composite effectiveness score for each teacher and
the principal of the school to which their child is assigned for the current
school year. Read the process to request APPR ratings and scores
[ HERE ]

Later start time
helps boost academic success

Data from the 2012-13 school year at GFHS shows that
course failures and student tardiness are down after a year of starting
classes at 8:26 a.m. Read the Post Star article [
HERE ]